DECISIO Blogs
Boost SEP-1 Compliance: How Clinical Decision Support Tools Improve Sepsis Management
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that requires rapid identification and treatment. To improve sepsis care and outcomes, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) established the SEP-1 quality measure....
Improving Unplanned ICU Admissions and the Virtual Rapid Response Process
At a 200-bed suburban hospital, affiliated with an academic center, patient safety and quality care are paramount. Over the past 60 days, remarkable progress has been made in reducing unplanned...
Prioritizing Quality of Patient Care: A Culture Shift in Hospitals
Transforming a hospital to prioritize the improvement to the quality of patient care they deliver requires a comprehensive cultural shift. This change requires cultivating a mindset dedicated to continuous improvement...
Enhancing Family Communication at the Bedside with Clinical Decision Support Software
Clinical decision support (CDS) software plays a pivotal role in healthcare by providing clinical teams with evidence-based tools and information to enhance decision-making processes. It integrates clinical data from multiple...
Financial Benefits of Implementing A Clinical Decision Support System
Clinical decision support systems are sophisticated health information technologies designed to enhance clinical decision-making at various stages of patient care. By integrating comprehensive data analysis and evidence-based guidelines, CDS tools...
Embracing the Past, Excited for the Future: The Evolution of Technology in Healthcare
As we look back on the remarkable journey of technological advancements in healthcare, it's impossible not to be both amazed by how far we've come and excited for where we're...
Enhancing Hospital Operations with Rapid Response Teams and Virtual Nursing
Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) do much more than just respond to emergencies; they play a multifaceted role in enhancing both patient care and hospital operations. They are not merely a...
The Impact of CLABSI on Hospitals and Strategies for Prevention
Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSIs) pose a significant financial burden on hospitals, leading to increased hospital stays, additional medical treatments, and higher use of healthcare resources. Each CLABSI case can...
Understanding Maternal Sepsis and Best Practices for Management
Maternal sepsis is a severe infection that poses significant risks to both the mother and the fetus. It remains a leading cause of maternal mortality globally, particularly in low-resource settings....
Reducing the Economic and Clinical Burden of CAUTIs: The Role of Virtual Nursing and Advanced Technological Tools
Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) significantly strain hospital finances, incurring direct treatment costs and broader economic implications. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) reports that each CAUTI case...
